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"Contender" vs. "contestant": exploring roles and rivalry
Lloyd Cooper 14/11/2024, 04:47English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "contender" and "contestant" refer to individuals who are competing for something, usually in an event, competition, or contest.
What is different?
The term "contender" often implies someone with a realistic chance of winning or who is considered a serious competitor, whereas "contestant" is a more general term for anyone who participates in a competition, regardless of their chance of winning.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Contender- She is a strong contender for the title.
- Many believe he is the leading contender in the upcoming election.
- The team is a serious contender for the championship this year.
- Each contestant must submit their entry by tomorrow.
- There were twenty contestants in the race.
- The contestant answered all questions correctly to win the prize.
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